Description
Tamanu Oil for Dry Skin, 100ml
Tamanu oil offers rich moisture for dry, rough-feeling skin. Cold-pressed from dried Calophyllum inophyllum kernels, it has a thick texture, dark green color and a distinctive nutty, slightly spicy scent. Use a few drops on dry areas, or blend with a lighter carrier oil for easier spreading.
Benefits and uses
- Softens dry, rough-feeling areas such as elbows and heels.
- Rich, thick texture: a few drops go a long way.
- 100% Calophyllum inophyllum seed oil; 100ml bottle.
Details
| Botanical name | Calophyllum inophyllum (tamanu, foraha) |
|---|---|
| Origin | Pacific, Madagascar, Southeast Asia |
| Part used | Dried nut kernel |
| Extraction | Cold-pressed |
| Texture | Thick, rich, green |
| Size | 3.4oz (100ml) |
| Ingredients | 100% Calophyllum inophyllum seed oil |
How to use tamanu oil
- Face: mix 1 to 2 drops with a lighter oil such as jojoba and press into clean skin.
- Body: smooth a few drops over dry, rough areas such as elbows and heels.
- Balms: add to balms and body butters.
Patch test on the inner arm before first use. Keep away from the eyes. Store somewhere cool and dark with the cap closed.
Frequently asked questions
Why is tamanu oil green?
Its dark green colour comes from natural resinous compounds in the dried kernel.
What does it smell like?
Strong, nutty and slightly spicy. Mixing it with a lighter oil softens the scent.
Is it thick?
Yes. It is rich and thick, so a few drops go a long way.
Read where tamanu oil comes from and how it is made.
For external use only. Patch test before first use, avoid the eyes and stop use if irritation occurs.
How is tamanu oil different from tamanu body butter?
This listing is a single-ingredient tamanu seed oil. A body butter has a different format and texture; check the ingredient list of each product to choose the one that suits your routine.
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